With regard to financing through the issuance of stock, which of the following is true?

A. Common stocks carry a fixed maturity date at which point they need to be paid.

B. ssuing common stock can help raise new capital but it adversely effects the company's bond rating

C.There is no fixed cost associated with issuing stock.

D. It is always easier to sell common stock than any other asset or investment (e.g., a bond).

E. None of these